At the heart of it this national symbol honours our namesake, Sir Wilfrid Laurier, seventh Prime Minister of Canada. That alone is a unique claim among Canadian universities. But look closely. Laurier's maple leaf is a microcosm of connectivity and support -- every vein contributing to the health of the whole. The beauty and simplicity of the maple leaf can only be realized through this common purpose of nature. And so it is at Laurier -- faculty, staff, students and alumni committed to a common vision: To Inspire Lives of Leadership and Purpose. What's in a leaf? june 8, 2016 The Convocation Ceremony 2 The Wilfrid Laurier University Mace 2 The Marshal's Baton 2 Honorary Degrees and Other Awards 3 The Academic Degrees 3 Wilfrid Laurier University Academic Hoods 4 The History of Laurier's Brantford Campus 5 Unique Ceremonial Stole for Aboriginal Graduates 5 Aboriginal Thanksgiving 6 Order of Proceedings 8 2016 Award Recipients 9 Ceremonies Wednesday, June 8, 10:30 am 11 Wednesday, June 8, 2:30 pm 15 Alumni Association Welcome 20 Receptions 20 Share your graduating moments #Laurier2016